List of American Fruit Bearing Trees

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List of American Fruit Bearing Trees

Planting fruit trees is a great way to become more sustainable and grow your own food, plus they are beautiful to see. Pears and figs are wonderful, but they are not native to North America. There are many wonderful fruit bearing trees that are American.

Apple

The apple tree is a true American classic. They can be difficult to grow and prone to disease. Don't expect perfect fruit like you get in the grocery store, but with a little loving care you can expect many apple pies.

Cherry

Cherry trees are gorgeous with their early spring blossoms. They tend to bear fruit early. Some prefer sweet cherries, but the sour varieties have their appeal as well.

Persimmon

Persimmon trees produce small round orange fruit that lends a distinctive flavor to puddings and cakes. It is very common in the Midwest.

Mulberry

Mulberry trees have low branches that are good for climbing. They fruit all through June and July. Mulberries attract a lot of birds, but this can help keep birds away from your other fruit trees.

Paw Paw

The paw paw is a curious fruit. It tastes tropical like a banana, but it is all American. The fruit peels and breaks very easily making it an easy fruit to enjoy.

Plum

American plums make excellent jelly or jam because they contain lots of pectin. They are native to the central and eastern United States and prefer areas with colder winters. Plums are very easy to care for because they attract few pests.

Peach

There is nothing like a fresh ripe peach. Peach trees are prone to Japanese beetles, but the beetles only eat the leaves. Some varieties do not require cross pollination, meaning you can have just one tree.

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Kathryn Keep is an eco consultant and full time mother. She is a graduate student studying ecology. Her favorite topics are environmental issues, alternative health, home decorating, green building and general sustainable living.